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We are delighted to welcome the Great Tapestry of Scotland to Stirling Castle as part of its national tour. It is officially the largest embroidered tapestry in the world and tells the story of Scotland’s history.

A rare ironwork canopy in Bute is to be removed and repaired by Historic Scotland. The decorative entranceway has been damaged by the elements over the years and the Scottish Government agency is stepping in to restore it to its former glory.

Veterans are to unveil a memorial bench at Edinburgh Castle to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the British withdrawal from Aden. Thousands of service personnel and civilians spent time in the former colony which is now part of Yemen.

Some of the most famous historic buildings in Scotland are set to benefit from a new grants scheme. The Maintenance Plan Grants scheme, funded by Historic Scotland and developed in conjunction with the Historic Houses Association for Scotland, will enable owners of the country’s most impressive properties to develop vital repairs programmes.